Service Information
Victoria L. Kiekhafer, age 66, wife of Chester, of Hutchinson, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2020, at Hutchinson Health.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, January 22, 2020, at 11:00 A.M. at St. Anastasia Catholic Church in Hutchinson with interment at a later date.
Gathering of Family and Friends will be held on Tuesday, January 21, 2020, from 4:00-7:00 P.M. at Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel in Hutchinson and will continue one hour prior to the service at the church.
Prayer Service will be held on Tuesday, January 21, 2020, at 6:30 P.M.
Obituary
Victoria Lee Kiekhafer was born on April 3, 1953, in St. Paul, Minnesota. She was the daughter of Richard and Margaret (Rief) Lennartson. Victoria was baptized as an infant and later confirmed in her faith as a youth at St. Pascal Baylon Catholic Church. She received her education in St. Paul and was a graduate with the Harding High School class of 1971.
On May 22, 1976, Victoria was united in marriage to Chester Kiekhafer at St. Pascal Baylon Catholic Church in St. Paul. This marriage was blessed with two children, Jessica and Sara. Victoria and Chester resided in Hutchinson, Minnesota since 1990.
Victoria was employed at Mercury Travel; she then worked at Children’s Hospital in St. Paul. Victoria moved to Hutchinson, where she began working at Hutchinson Health and then Prairie River Home Care.
Victoria enjoyed fishing, visiting Rainy Lake, swimming, sewing, knitting, crafting, and scrapbooking. She especially enjoyed spending time with her family, grandchildren, and friends. She was a member of St. Anastasia Catholic Church in Hutchinson.
Victoria passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2020, at Hutchinson Health, at the age of 66 years. Blessed be her memory.
Victoria is survived by her:
Husband, Chester Kiekhafer of Hutchinson, MN;
Children, Jessica Hennessy and her husband, James, of Champlin, MN,
Sara Swanson and her husband, Erik, of Sartell, MN;
Grandchildren, Jonathan and Jenna Hennessy, Zachary, Abigail, and Lucas Swanson;
Siblings, Sharon Brennan and her husband, Thomas, of Tucson, AZ,
Donna Wood and her husband, Richard, of Lakeland, MN;
Brothers-in-law, Thomas Kiekhafer and his wife, Elizabeth of Coon Rapids, MN,
Kenneth Kiekhafer and his wife, Bonnie of White Bear Lake, MN;
Many other relatives and friends.
Victoria is preceded in death by her Parents, Richard and Margaret Lennartson; Father-in-law and Mother-in-law, Allen and Marcella Kiekhafer.
Donna Engelen says
My deepest sympathies Chester.
Chester says
Thank you for your kind words.
Al hutchison says
Sorry to hear about your wife Chet
Cindy Backlund says
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to your family.
Chester says
Thanks for your kind words, Al.
Chester says
Thank you for your kind words.
David & Susan Mayer says
Chet, we’re so very sorry to learn of Victoria’s sudden passing. I’ll be in touch and hope to see you next week at services.
-David Mayer
Chester says
Thanks David for your kind words. As you know it was totally unexpected.
Marcie Campbell says
So sorry to hear that this lovely lady has left us, God bless her and all those that love her.
Chester says
Thanks for your kind words Marcie. It was totally unexpected and way to young to leave us.
Joannie frank says
Chet so sorry for your loss. My sister and I were talking about you two yesterday. We turned the corner, and there was patty with the sad news. She was loved by many. Glad I got to reconnect with her at monte vista. My daddy is taking good care of his work daughter. I can hear them laughing. Lots of prayers. Joannie barden frank
Chester says
Thanks Joannie for your kind words. I was totally unexpected and shocked us all.
Karen Ruble says
So sorry for your loss Chester.
Chester says
Thanks Karen for your kind words.
Christa Schroepfer says
Dear Chet, Jessie, and Sara, I am so sorry. I just found out. I remember all the good times we shared and all the laughs we had together. Your Mom was so wonderful, thoughtful and caring, and so funny. I remember thru the years since graduation when I have seen them out and about town, they always stopped to say hi and share their smiles:) Your and your family have my deepest sympathy. Thoughts and prayers for you all, Sincerely, Christa “Krippner” Schroepfer
Chester says
Thanks Christa. You have such sweet memories of Vickie, hold them close. Thanks for your kind words.
Brian L Hahn says
Chet, I cannot in words express the sympathy I have for you and your family in your time of sorrow.
Brian Hahn
Chester says
Thanks for your kind words Brian. I was totally unexpected and I shock at such a young age.
Verlyce French says
Sending Sympathy to Chester and family.
Chester says
Thanks Verlyce for your kind words.
Rose Schreier Welton says
Dear Sharon, Donna, Chet and family: I am so sorry and saddened to hear about Vickie’s passing. We attended St. Pascal’s and Harding High School together. I remember the fun times and laughter we had when we were young teenage girls! Vickie was always vivacious and sweet-tempered. I always appreciated her friendship and kindness toward me. Looking back, I realize she was one of the kindest people I’ve ever known—always generous in her friendship. Although we have not seen each other or talked to each other for many years, I always thought of her and hoped she was doing well. And, mostly, I always remembered our fun together, how kind she was, and how she made me laugh. My condolences to you on your deep loss. Rest in peace, dear friend. Rose Schreier Welton
Chet says
Rose, those are sweet thoughts and memories to share with her family and friends. Your generous words have brought tears once again, but that’s alright. Thanks for sharing your memories.
Chet
Ron Lennartson says
Chet,Verry sorry to here of the loss of vicky,with our blessing ray and ron Lennartson and family
Chet says
Thanks for your blessings. She is truly missed, never forgotten.
Deb dowdell says
Chester, so very sorry about the passing of your wife! My many prayers are with you and your family!
Chester says
Thanks Deb for thinking of us in our time of need. She is truly missed by her family and anyone that knew her.
Mark Bening says
I’m sorry to hear of your wife’s passing. God be with you.
Chester says
Thanks Mark for your blessing. She was one of a kind person and will be missed by many.
Kevin James says
Hello Chet –
I am quite saddened by the news of Vickie’s passing. You and Vickie invited me to dinner the first week that I moved to Hutchinson and I will always remember that. You and Vickie were the first friends I made in Hutchinson. Thank you.
My condolences
Kevin James
CHESTER KIEKHAFER says
Thanks Kevin for your kind words. Vickie was one of a kind person and is truly missed by those that knew her.